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Old 09-08-2009, 04:34 AM
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I was traveling at about 55mph on the freeway and had to swerve hard left to avoid hitting another car. Now it feels like the car is pulling slightly to the right, and the steering wheel is no longer centered.

Where should I take my 2006 SLK55 AMG (non-030) to get aligned? Do I have to take it to an MB dealer? If not, where else can I take it? Does anyone have the alignment specs for my car?

Thanks in advance.
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Originally Posted by 06_slk55_amg
I was traveling at about 55mph on the freeway and had to swerve hard left to avoid hitting another car. Now it feels like the car is pulling slightly to the right, and the steering wheel is no longer centered.

Where should I take my 2006 SLK55 AMG (non-030) to get aligned? Do I have to take it to an MB dealer? If not, where else can I take it? Does anyone have the alignment specs for my car?

Thanks in advance.
I know my local friendly tire specialist will not align my AMG CL55 because they say the REAR suspension requires special tools and parts they have no access to and the rear has to be aligned first to get the geometry right. They were right.

I would have a good independent alignment shop (or two) look the car up in their DB and see if this is true with your car. I would also have them check the suspension/alignment and give you a printout (to have before you take the AMG to your MBUSA dealer) if it off spec. They should have the specs even if they can't align it.

It might also be some other problem with the tire, steering or wheels that I am not qualified to comment on.

You should join the AMG Private Lounge and ask the question. Start with getting your VIN number and go to http://www.mercedes-amg.com
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Thanks for the info. I just got it back from the dealer and the problem appears to have been fixed.

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